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Author Jarrett, Christian

Title Great myths of the brain / Christian Jarrett
Published Chichester, West Sussex : Wiley Blackwell, 2015
©2015

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Description 1 online resource
Series Great myths of psychology
Great myths of psychology.
Contents Defunct myths -- Myth-based brain practices -- Mythical case studies -- The immortal myths -- Myths about the physical structure of the brain -- Technology and food myths -- Brain myths concerning perception and action -- Myths about brain disorder and illness
Summary This book introduces readers to the field of neuroscience by examining popular myths about the human brain. The book explores commonly-held myths of the brain through the lens of scientific research, backing up claims with studies and other evidence. "Do we only use 10% of our brain?", "pregnant women lose their mind", "right-brained people are more creative," and other questions and claims are addressed. The book also delves into myths relating to specific brain disorders, including epilepsy, autism, and dementia
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index
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Subject Brain -- Popular works
Brain -- Physiology -- Popular works
Brain.
Brain
brains.
MEDICAL -- Physiology.
SCIENCE -- Life Sciences -- Human Anatomy & Physiology.
Brain
Brain -- Physiology
Genre/Form Popular works
Popular works.
Form Electronic book
LC no. 2014020667
ISBN 9781118312704
1118312708
9781118312681
1118312686
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9781322226835
9781118312711
1118312716